MOT Engineer - Kiewit Infrastructure Engineers

Position Overview

Kiewit Infrastructure Engineering (KIE) has an immediate opening for a dynamic Maintenance of Traffic (MOT) Engineer in our growing Engineering Services Group. You will be part of our rapidly growing Infrastructure Design Department, which includes structural, geotechnical, MOT, civil, drainage, roadway, rail, traffic, and materials disciplines, is a multi-faceted and leading-edge division of Kiewit with best-in-class technical expertise focused on the design-build delivery of infrastructure projects.
 

District Overview

Kiewit Infrastructure Engineering seamlessly transitions solutions from design to construction through the collaborative efforts of Design Engineering, Design Management, Proposals, Estimating, and Integrated Project Controls. Our construction-focused engineering approach involves a multidisciplinary team working together to maximize value for clients by improving schedules, controlling costs, and minimizing risk on infrastructure projects. This integrated strategy emphasizes collaboration and constructability throughout the project lifecycle, enabling us to identify and implement quality solutions with a strong safety focus.

Clients benefit from Kiewit’s proven processes and tools, which minimize project risk. As an in-house resource, we support projects across the company, in all major markets, sharing experiences, innovative concepts, and best practices. Kiewit’s management and implementation of this process result in safe, cost-effective, and innovative designs that exceed client expectations and uphold Kiewit’s legacy of excellence.

At Kiewit, we believe in building more than just structures – we build relationships, strengthen communities, and expand workforce capacity. We don't just build projects; we build careers. With top-notch health benefits, a wealth-building 401k plan (RRSP), and unbeatable growth opportunities, we are deeply invested in the future of our employees. Join us at Kiewit, where we go beyond construction to develop the ultimate road to success.
 

Location

This role will be based out of our Bellevue, WA office.  

Responsibilities

•    Coordinate with project team to understand the design limits and constraints
•    Develop and lead MOT design production on pursuit and final design projects
•    Review project scope and contracts to assure MOT plans meet project requirements
•    Mentor junior staff with technical and professional development
•    Coordinate with project estimating and scheduling staff to develop and optimize construciton phasing
•    Strong focus on innovation and ability to envision, develop and evaluate multiple phasing options, design optimization, and alternative technical concepts
•    Lead interdisciplinary design coordination to ensure that project elements are compatible
•    Lead quality control reviews, comment resolution meetings, and verify corrections are completed
•    Lead project level meetings
•    Interface with project stakeholders as needed
•    Develop Transportation Management Plans

Qualifications

•    8+ years of transportation experience, and 5+ years of MOT experience 
•    Bachelor’s degree or greater in Civil Engineering
•    Registered as a Professional Engineer (PE)
•    Certified Professional Traffic Operations Engineer (PTOE) a plus
•    Design build experience required
•    WSDOT experience is preferred
•    Roadway or Traffic Engineering experience is preferred
•    Extensive knowledge of the MUTCD, Roadside Design Guide and construction traffic control design
•    Experience in developing Maintenance of Traffic Plans for Design-Build projects is desired
•    Experience in development of Transportation Management Plans is desired
•    Critical thinking skills necessary with the ability to plan ahead
•    Knowledge of design software including MicroStation, Inroads, ORD, SignCAD, AutoCAD and Civil3D
•    Ability to effectively communicate, both verbally and in writing
•    High Emotional Intelligence